I joined LUNG FORCE to support those in need, to raise awareness about lung cancer and lung disease, and to raise funds for research, outreach and early detection initiatives. 

In December 2023, my family's world was rocked when my mom, Terry, was diagnosed with stage 4 Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer right after Christmas. My mom had a cough for over two years, but when she asked her doctors, they felt the cough was due to allergies because it would come and go. 

Had they checked her lungs and screened her just one time over those two years, we could have detected the cancer so much earlier. My mom endured 4 months of treatments which were working, however it had started wrecking havoc on her other organs. On May 6, 2024, my beautiful mom gained her wings. I hope to continue to spread awareness for this awful disease and hope for a cure some day. 

I am running/walking to raise money for lung cancer in my mom's name and couldn't think of a better place to start than the beach, her happy place! Thank you for your support!!